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Job Posting - Canoe Trip Leader

Dates of Employment

Start Date: June 15, 2019

End Date: August 30, 2019

Location: Minden, ON

The Camp

Since 1918, campers have come to Onondaga Camp each summer to discover the challenges and rewards of outdoor adventure and friendship.  A true Canadian summer tradition, Onondaga Camp offers an extraordinary environment for kids to play, explore, achieve, and grow.

Onondaga Camp is a summer overnight camp for children ages 6-16 near Minden, Ontario.  We facilitate over 1,500 campers each summer.  We hire staff on the basis of the soundness and maturity of their judgment, their commitment to being strong role models, and most importantly their ability to establish positive and caring relationships with their campers.

The Position

Onondaga is looking for experienced canoe trip leaders for 2019.  Applicants should have previous experience leading or co-leading flatwater canoe trips, a minimum of a Bronze Cross in swimming and must enjoy working with children.  ORCKA trip levels are an asset as is Wilderness First Aid training.  We run 3 to 7 day trips in Algonquin Park, the Leslie Frost Centre, and the Queen Elizabeth Wetlands.

Specific roles and responsibilities include: 

- You will safely guide six to ten campers in the above mentioned provincial parks and conservation areas in Ontario; ensuring camper safety is of the upmost concern at all times.

- Trip packing will be handled by trip leader; including all food, equipment, first aid supplies and other necessary trip items.

- Trip route, transportation and other logistical detail review alongside Onondaga Camp’s Head of Tripping to ensure trip logistics are understood.

- Onondaga also runs overnight trips for our 10-year-old campers; trippers assist in the organization and implementation of these trips including food packing, equipment organization, tent set up, and food cooking.

- Occasional support at camp in a variety of positions, including working at in-camp activities and assisting with maintenance tasks.

The Application Process

To apply, please complete our online application by clicking here or send a resume and cover letter to Miles Villneff, Assistant Director to miles@onondagacamp.com.

Please note that although we thank all applicants, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. 

Onondaga Camp values the diversity of people.  We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodation will be provided, on request, to support candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.  All responses will be handled with strict confidence.

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Live, Work, and Play with Children in Algonquin Park This Summer!

Camp Arowhon is a traditional co-ed, overnight summer camp in the heart of Algonquin Park, Ontario. Our mission is to nurture and challenge children, both physically and emotionally. Our community of 350 campers is big enough to be diverse but still feels like a family. Our team of 150 staff means that the campers get a ton of individual attention, and you have a whole bunch of like-minded people to hang out with.

At Arowhon, you will receive professional training and expert support and supervision. You will grow yourself while you help children grow. You will leave feeling proud because you made campers feel proud of themselves. You will work hard and play hard, all in a beautiful wilderness setting.

Canoe trips are mandatory for all campers attending Arowhon. Our trips are focused on teaching technical skills AND interpersonal skills, and have a strong focus on developing our campers leadership ability. Our program organizes over 100 canoe trips each summer, ranging in duration from 2 to +14 days, on both flat water and moving water.

We are currently seeking candidates for White Water Canoe Trippers.

For detailed Job Descriptions for White Water Canoe Trippers, please visit:

https://camparowhon.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Arowhon-Canoe-Tripper-Job-Description-White-Water.docx

For more information about Canoe Tripping at Arowhon, please email our Tripping Director, André at andre@camparowhon.com

For more information on staff life, qualifications, dates and salary visit;

http://camparowhon.com/staff/looking-for-a-summer-job/

and APPLY ONLINE at

https://camparowhon.campbrainstaff.com/

Applications Deadline: Ongoing, or until all positions are filled

Camp Arowhon welcomes applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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Canoe Trip Guide – Core Program

Camp Kandalore www.kandalore.com is seeking whitewater canoe guides to lead 4 – 12 day wilderness trips with campers ages 12 – 16 on rivers in Ontario and Quebec.

The Program

Kandalore has a longstanding reputation as one of Canada’s premier canoe tripping camps.  We offer campers an unmatched canoe tripping experience, starting from age 6, with the program designed to gradually introduce new skills and challenges as they get older.  The camp prides itself on the culminating trip experience that our 16 year old leaders embark upon - The Explorer Program.

All Explorer rivers are significant distances from the camps including such rivers as:

- Madawaska

- Mattawa

- Spanish River

- French River

- Colounge

- Bazin

- Magnetewan

- Temagami

- Noire

- Petwawa

Requirements:

- Certified with Wilderness First Responder (Kandalore offers course in the spring)

- Certified with Swift Water Rescue Technician (Kandalore offers course in the spring)

- Bronze Cross or higher is mandatory and no exceptions can be made.

- Experience leading canoe trips in remote settings.

 Location: Camp Kandalore – Algonquin Highlands, Ontario

Reports to: Director, Trip Director

Submit Application to: Hilary Villneff hilary@kandalore.com 

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Canoe Trip Guide – Core Program

Camp Kandalore www.kandalore.com is seeking whitewater canoe guides to lead 4 – 12 day wilderness trips with campers ages 12 – 16 on rivers in Ontario and Quebec.

The Program

Kandalore has a longstanding reputation as one of Canada’s premier canoe tripping camps.  We offer campers an unmatched canoe tripping experience, starting from age 6, with the program designed to gradually introduce new skills and challenges as they get older.  The camp prides itself on the culminating trip experience that our 16 year old leaders embark upon - The Explorer Program.

All Explorer rivers are significant distances from the camps including such rivers as:

- Madawaska

- Mattawa

- Spanish River

- French River

- Colounge

- Bazin

- Magnetewan

- Temagami

- Noire

- Petwawa

Requirements:

- Certified with Wilderness First Responder (Kandalore offers course in the spring)

- Certified with Swift Water Rescue Technician (Kandalore offers course in the spring)

- Bronze Cross or higher is mandatory and no exceptions can be made.

- Experience leading canoe trips in remote settings.

 Location: Camp Kandalore – Algonquin Highlands, Ontario

Reports to: Director, Trip Director

Submit Application to: Hilary Villneff hilary@kandalore.com 

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Camp Tamakwa is a co-ed overnight summer children\'s camp located on Tea Lake in Algonquin Park, Canada. We are currently planning our variety of canoe trips and looking for guides that could safely lead our campers and staff along the many wilderness routes in this beautiful landscape.

Traditionally, every guide would be leading three to five canoe trips each month. The classic cabin group trips range from two to five days in length but there are also longer trips offered that have the group paddling and camping from 8-15 days.

The Guide, along with the Cabin Counsellor, will be responsible for leading the campers each day while, at a leisurely pace, teaching them paddling, portaging, and camping skills throughout the duration of the trip. We believe that \'leading by example\' is a very successful form of instruction in this nature based classroom.

We require that the Canoe Trip Leader/Guide has previous experience and/or an academic education in leading canoe trips of this kind with children. Financial bonuses are offered to candidates with additional First Aid, Lifesaving, and Canoe Guide Certifications.

The summer dates for a guiding position are from June 17th to August 17th.

Additional employment may be possible starting earlier in June and lasting throughout September.

Check out www.tamakwa.com for more information! 

Also, great to check out Tamakwa on our social media accounts to see what #TamakwaSpirit is all about! 

Facebook: https://goo.gl/YgMlS9
Twitter: https://goo.gl/u37YtP
Instagram: https://goo.gl/4W6ckx

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Canoe Trip Leader - FEMALE

Camp Wanapitei is looking for an individual with lots of initiative and enthusiasm to join our trip leader team.

Qualifications:

-Must be at least 18 years of age as of June 19, 2019

-Experience working in a camp setting or with children and youth

-Experience with flat-water canoe tripping

-Must have current Bronze Cross certification or higher

-First Aid and CPR qualifications

-Creativity and Initiative

-Strong leadership skills

-Police Reference Check

Responsibilities

-Safety of campers on trip and on site (includes safe food handling, water treatment, safe campsites, good judgment about safe canoeing conditions)

-Camper screening prior to trip to assess skills, ability and history

-Creating a comfortable, respectful and fun tripping experience

-Packing food and supplies for trips

-Care, inventory and maintenance of tripping equipment and materials

Contract:  June 19^th to August 28^th. Shorter contract dates may be available.

Interested applicants please send cover letter and resume to: jj@wanapitei.net. 

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Discovery Day Camp

Creating 55 years of wonderful camp memories, Discovery Day Camp offers campers ages 3 to 15 years old a hero’s journey -- a quest for self-discovery, with endless opportunities for exploration, in a world of creativity, culture and socialization. Discovery Day Camp creates a sense of wonder and joy through activities that have meaning and purpose and that will to contribute to the development of child’s character, which in turn will make a positive contribution to our global community. Accredited by the OCA, our amazing camp is connected to an internationally recognized school, TMS.

TMS Discovery Day Camp is inviting applications from motivated, inspired individuals for:

Swim Instructor/Lifeguard (June 24 - August 16)

Reporting to the Camp Director, and working under the Deck Supervisor this position is responsible for diligently monitoring the activities in the pool areas to prevent accidents and provide a safe environment to campers. The successful candidate is also responsible for delivering swim instruction to campers 4-12 years of age as well as assisting with pool maintenance.

The successful candidate will be working with a fantastic group of staff and students who are guided by our TMS Ideals of Respect, Strive, and Make Good Choices.  

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

-Preference given to those applicants with previous lifeguard and swim instructor experience within a camp and pool setting

-Red Cross Swim Instructors certification

-Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) qualifications

-Additional aquatic qualifications an asset (Pool Operator, Aquatic Safety inspector, NLS Instructor, Lifesaving instructor, swim instructor, instructor trainer)

-CPR and First Aid Training is an asset

-A current Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check

-Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills

-Demonstrate effective problem solving skills

If you believe that the above position is the perfect fit for you, please submit your resume along with a covering letter to:

Camp Director at camp@tmsschool.ca

We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information on Discovery Day Camp please visit our Web site at www.discoveryday.ca

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You know that preparation is the key to a successful wilderness trip.  You know that every detail matters.  Your experience with planning and guiding trips makes you a great leader and role model to participants as well as other staff. You know how to support and encourage participants as they work through the physical and emotional challenges that can occur on trips.

If this sounds like you, consider a role in Trip Logistics with Tim Horton Memorial Camp. 

You will…

-establish relationships with youth that reflect respect, trust and empathy

-lead the successful execution of trip logistics including transportation, pack-out, pack-in, menu selection, equipment maintenance (repair and replacement) and inventory, and risk management

-encourage camper development through their own processing and readiness, and recognize their achievements

-use respectful, positive behaviour management techniques

-model healthy choices and emotional maturity

-provide in-field leadership in the event of staff or risk management support, evacuation or replacement of trip supplies

-identify, assess and appropriately manages risks and off-site crises in line with THCF’s risk management standards

-provide leadership and mentorship, knowledge and skill transfer to other staff (inclusive as well)

-be challenged physically and emotionally as you live in an overnight camp or wilderness setting for 10 day sessions, with 2 days of break in between

-learn that the challenge is also rewarding, and will experience personal growth alongside the campers your are supporting

You are…

-pursuing post-secondary education in recreation, outdoor/adventure education, teaching or related field

-experienced at working with youth aged 12 – 16

-experienced at planning and leading wilderness backpacking trips

-technically skilled in trip packing, logistics, trip logs, navigation, and equipment use

-strong at group facilitation and adopt facilitation based on individual/group needs

-skilled in positive behavior management

-licensed with a valid G Class Driver’s License, or equivalent

-equipped with good judgment and decision making skills; know when to bring in key team members as it relates to escalated concerns

-certified in Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or Wilderness First Aid (WFA), or are willing to obtain

-bilingual in English and French

-able to provide a clear criminal background check

-able to join us between May 15, 2019 and August 30, 2019

Note: This opportunity is also available at our other camp locations. As part of your application for this posting, you have the opportunity to indicate your interest in other camp locations or positions.

The Tim Horton Camps

-believe that thriving youth create stronger communities

-understand that youth from low-income homes face greater obstacles to reaching their potential

-foster strengths within youth, and empowering them to pursue a life without limits

-use the power of camp and community as a catalyst for change

-build teams who like to have fun while sparking constructive actions in others

-provide our team with many training, development and travel opportunities

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Camp Couchiching is currently seeking qualified tripping staff. The position will run from June 24^th – August 30^th 2019.

Responsibilities include:

-Ensure that equipment is being properly maintained, including drying out tents when they return, washing food barrels etc.

-Lead trips for cabin groups, ensure that trips are fun and safe experiences for cabins

-While on trip responsible for the overall decision making and ensuring the safety of the trip

-Ensure that all trips leave camp on time and clean up their trip when returning to camp

-Involve campers in the trip preparation and clean up phases whenever possible

-Supporting other camp programs onsite, such as evening programs, cabin coverage etc as needed

Qualifications

-National Lifeguard Certification

-Standard First aid and CPR C

-ORCKA certifications are an asset

-Experience organizing and leading canoe trips

-Wilderness First Aid is an asset

To apply please send a resume and cover letter to:

Oona Ashmore, Director Summer Camp

 oona.ashmore@campcouchiching.com

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Camp Oochigeas is a privately funded organization that provides children with and affected by childhood cancer opportunities for growth through challenging, enriching, and magical experiences. 

Camp Ooch currently seeks a Canoe Instructor to facilitate canoe, kayak, and SUP programming for youth ages 5-18 as part of the paid summer staff team. Fulld details of the contract can be found at https://www.ooch.org/camp/document.doc?id=1686. 

Completed applications can be sent to hr@ooch.org 

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You know that preparation is the key to a successful wilderness trip.  You know that every detail matters.  Your experience with planning and guiding trips makes you a great leader and role model to participants as well as other staff. You know how to support and encourage participants as they work through the physical and emotional challenges that can occur on trips.

If this sounds like you, consider a role in Trip Logistics with Tim Horton Memorial Camp. 

You will…

-establish relationships with youth that reflect respect, trust and empathy

-lead the successful execution of trip logistics including transportation, pack-out, pack-in, menu selection, equipment maintenance (repair and replacement) and inventory, and risk management

-encourage camper development through their own processing and readiness, and recognize their achievements

-use respectful, positive behaviour management techniques

-model healthy choices and emotional maturity

-provide in-field leadership in the event of staff or risk management support, evacuation or replacement of trip supplies

-identify, assess and appropriately manages risks and off-site crises in line with THCF’s risk management standards

-provide leadership and mentorship, knowledge and skill transfer to other staff (inclusive as well)

-be challenged physically and emotionally as you live in an overnight camp or wilderness setting for 10 day sessions, with 2 days of break in between

-learn that the challenge is also rewarding, and will experience personal growth alongside the campers your are supporting

You are…

-pursuing post-secondary education in recreation, outdoor/adventure education, teaching or related field

-experienced at working with youth aged 12 – 16

-experienced at planning and leading wilderness backpacking trips

-technically skilled in trip packing, logistics, trip logs, navigation, and equipment use

-strong at group facilitation and adopt facilitation based on individual/group needs

-skilled in positive behavior management

-licensed with a valid G Class Driver’s License, or equivalent

-equipped with good judgment and decision making skills; know when to bring in key team members as it relates to escalated concerns

-certified in Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or Wilderness First Aid (WFA), or are willing to obtain

-bilingual in English and French

-able to provide a clear criminal background check

-able to join us between May 15, 2019 and August 30, 2019

Note: This opportunity is also available at our other camp locations. As part of your application for this posting, you have the opportunity to indicate your interest in other camp locations or positions.

The Tim Horton Camps

-believe that thriving youth create stronger communities

-understand that youth from low-income homes face greater obstacles to reaching their potential

-foster strengths within youth, and empowering them to pursue a life without limits

-use the power of camp and community as a catalyst for change

-build teams who like to have fun while sparking constructive actions in others

-provide our team with many training, development and travel opportunities

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Camp Northway, a small overnight camp for girls in Algonquin Park, is looking for Canoe-Tripping Guides.

We are looking for enthusiastic, energetic staff with experience leading canoe trips.  Bronze Cross, Wilderness First Aid and CPR are required.  Wilderness First Aid certification will be provided during pre-camp training.  NLS certification is preferred; canoe-tripping experience in Algonquin Park an asset.

Dates of employment:  June 23--August 19.  Pay based on experience and qualifications.

While in camp, Guides live in platform tents just like our campers.   Guides must have an ability and desire to work with children in an outdoor setting.  Northway does not have electricity, and is a screen-free camp.

Please contact us for an application at info@campnorthway.com and check out our website at www.campnorthway.com for more information on Northway.

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View job description:

https://gv.ymca.ca/getmedia/ea205974-4709-4b4d-b4ea-6d85f17a4884/3158-Out-Tripper_1.pdf

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Dates of Employment

Start Date: June 15, 2019

End Date: August 30, 2019

Location: Minden, ON

The Camp

Since 1918, campers have come to Onondaga Camp each summer to discover the challenges and rewards of outdoor adventure and friendship.  A true Canadian summer tradition, Onondaga Camp offers an extraordinary environment for kids to play, explore, achieve, and grow.

Onondaga Camp is a summer overnight camp for children ages 6-16 near Minden, Ontario.  We facilitate over 1,500 campers each summer.  We hire staff on the basis of the soundness and maturity of their judgment, their commitment to being strong role models, and most importantly their ability to establish positive and caring relationships with their campers.

The Position

Onondaga is looking for experienced canoe trip leaders for 2019.  Applicants should have previous experience leading or co-leading flatwater canoe trips, a minimum of a Bronze Cross in swimming and must enjoy working with children.  ORCKA trip levels are an asset as is Wilderness First Aid training.  We run 3 to 7 day trips in Algonquin Park, the Leslie Frost Centre, and the Queen Elizabeth Wetlands.

Specific roles and responsibilities include: 

-You will safely guide six to ten campers in the above mentioned provincial parks and conservation areas in Ontario; ensuring camper safety is of the upmost concern at all times.

-Trip packing will be handled by trip leader; including all food, equipment, first aid supplies and other necessary trip items.

-Trip route, transportation and other logistical detail review alongside Onondaga Camp’s Head of Tripping to ensure trip logistics are understood.

-Onondaga also runs overnight trips for our 10-year-old campers; trippers assist in the organization and implementation of these trips including food packing, equipment organization, tent set up, and food cooking.

-Occasional support at camp in a variety of positions, including working at in-camp activities and assisting with maintenance tasks.

The Application Process

To apply, please complete our online application by clicking here or send a resume and cover letter to Miles Villneff, Assistant Director to miles@onondagacamp.com.

Please note that although we thank all applicants, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. 

Onondaga Camp values the diversity of people.  We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodation will be provided, on request, to support candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.  All responses will be handled with strict confidence.

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Trails Youth Initiatives -  Facilitator 

Trails Youth Initiatives is a charity and ministry-inspected private school that provides a long-term programme for vulnerable youth. We focus on fostering community, emotional intelligence, and self-knowledge through outdoor experiential education. We augment students’ traditional schooling with intentional community-building, conscious challenge, and lifelong support in order to position them for success.

Participants commit to our four-year programme with a group of 20 of their peers: two weeks each summer, and one weekend per month during the school year. At this home away from home camp setting, participants build resiliency through developing a connection to their peers, a connection to place, and a connection to themselves. Trails focuses on growing and strengthening skills such as Non-violent Communication, conflict resolution, leadership, critical thinking, and reflection. With our focus on transference, participants build a positive engagement with Trails, the outdoors, and their authentic selves. Typical daily activities may include hiking, canoeing, swimming, camping, skiing, snowshoeing and yoga.

We are currently looking for facilitators/teachers to join our summer staff team working 10-14 day sessions, with opportunities to extend contracts to continue working with a participant group, 1 weekend per month from October through to May. Trails is currently looking for both onsite summer staff and tripping staff for the below dates:

Onsite sessions at Trails Lakeside Stouffville

 

-Tuesday July 8 - Thursday July 18, 2019 (Year 1)

-Tuesday July 29 - Thursday August 8, 2019 (Year 1)

-Sunday August 17 - Thursday August 29, 2019 (Year 2)

 

Offsite Sessions (Canoe Tripping)

 

-Tuesday July 8 - Friday July 19, 2019 (Year 3)

-Tuesday July 29 - Friday August 9, 2019 (Year 3)

Sunday August 17 - Thursday August 29, 2019 (Year 4)

 

What we offer:

Wages from $1100-$2100+ per session
(Dependent on session length, qualifications, and experience)

Room & Board Provided

Required of all staff:
Current Standard First Aid/CPR
Current Swimming Certification Bronze Cross/NLS
Completed Police Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (valid within 2 years)
Attendance at staff training (June 21-23, 2019)

Offsite Sessions, Canoe Tripping staff (Year 3-5 summer sessions):
Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) / Wilderness First Responder (WFR)

Please submit a cover letter and resume to lisa@trails.ca

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CANOE TRIPPERS -Algonquin Park

EXCITING SUMMER OPPORTUNITY!

 Overnight camp located in the heart of Algonquin Park seeks male and female candidates for the position of Canoe Tripper! This is an incredible opportunity for young leaders who love canoe tripping and working with kids! Candidates must be 18 years of age to qualify and have experience in canoe tripping, current swim and First Aid qualifications. Canoe trips range from 2-8 days and most routes are planned to travel the beautiful lakes and rivers of Algonquin! We invite you to consider joining a dynamic staff team for 2019!

Positions available for July or July & August. Preference for full summer.

Visit us in line at: www.tanamakoon.com. You can fill out an application and fax it to us. You are also welcome to call or email us for more information:       

905-338-9464        patti@tanamakoon.com

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The Watercraft specialist is responsible for facilitating and supervising the watercraft programming at YLCC.  This position works directly with the Waterfront director and is responsible for facilitating all watercraft activities; canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding, ensuring the highest standard of safety are consistently being met. The duties of the Watercraft specialist include; maintaining a clean and organized waterfront area, proving boating instruction and activities, life guarding and performing other assigned tasks to assist the YLCC staff in maintaining the facility.

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Live, Work, and Play with Children in Algonquin Park This Summer!

Camp Arowhon is a traditional co-ed, overnight summer camp in the heart of Algonquin Park, Ontario. Our mission is to nurture and challenge children, both physically and emotionally. Our community of 350 campers is big enough to be diverse but still feels like a family. Our team of 150 staff means that the campers get a ton of individual attention, and you have a whole bunch of like-minded people to hang out with.

At Arowhon, you will receive professional training and expert support and supervision. You will grow yourself while you help children grow. You will leave feeling proud because you made campers feel proud of themselves. You will work hard and play hard, all in a beautiful wilderness setting.

Canoe trips are mandatory for all campers attending Arowhon. Our trips are focused on teaching technical skills AND interpersonal skills, and have a strong focus on developing our campers leadership ability. Our program organizes over 100 canoe trips each summer, ranging in duration from 2 to +14 days, on both flat water and moving water.

We are currently seeking candidates for White Water Canoe Trippers.

For detailed Job Descriptions for White Water Canoe Trippers, please visit:

https://camparowhon.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Arowhon-Canoe-Tripper-Job-Description-White-Water.docx

For more information about Canoe Tripping at Arowhon, please email our Tripping Director, André at andre@camparowhon.com

For more information on staff life, qualifications, dates and salary visit;

http://camparowhon.com/staff/looking-for-a-summer-job/

and APPLY ONLINE at

https://camparowhon.campbrainstaff.com/

Applications Deadline: May 31^st, 2019, or until all positions are filled

Camp Arowhon welcomes applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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Camp Wabikon is looking for experienced canoe trippers to lead trips in the Temagami area. Join our dynamic, caring and fun-loving staff team for a fantastic summer of adventures in a breathtaking natural environment. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, hold a valid Bronze Cross swimming certification, have experience working with children and be available for employment from June 29th to August 17th, 2019.

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Location: Camp Kandalore – Algonquin Highlands (July or August, 2018)

Reports to: Director, Trip Director

Kandalore is looking for experienced guides to lead our Explorer Program – July and/or August 21 to 24 day long river trips.

The Program
Kandalore has a longstanding reputation as one of Canada’s premier canoe tripping camps. We offer campers an unmatched canoe tripping experience, starting from age 6, with the program designed to gradually introduce new skills and challenges as they get older. The camp prides itself on the culminating trip experience that our 16 year old leaders embark upon – The Explorer Program.

All Explorer rivers are significant distances from the camps including such rivers as:
Moisie
Broadback
Duchef
Bloodvein
Attiwapiskat
Albany
Kesagami
And many more!

Requirements:
-Certified with Wilderness First Responder (Kandalore offers course in the spring)
-Certified with Swift Water Rescue Technician (Kandalore offers course in the spring)
-Bronze Cross or higher is mandatory and no exceptions can be made.
-Experience leading canoe trips in remote settings.
-Experience with white water canoeing.

If you have any question please contact camp@kandalore.com or call (416) 322-9735.

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Dates of Employment

Start Date: June 15, 2019

End Date: August 30, 2019

Location: Minden, ON

The Camp

Since 1918, campers have come to Onondaga Camp each summer to discover the challenges and rewards of outdoor adventure and friendship.  A true Canadian summer tradition, Onondaga Camp offers an extraordinary environment for kids to play, explore, achieve, and grow.

Onondaga Camp is a summer overnight camp for children ages 6-16 near Minden, Ontario.  We facilitate over 1,500 campers each summer.  We hire staff on the basis of the soundness and maturity of their judgment, their commitment to being strong role models, and most importantly their ability to establish positive and caring relationships with their campers.

The Position

Onondaga is looking for experienced canoe trip leaders for 2019.  Applicants should have previous experience leading or co-leading flatwater canoe trips, a minimum of a Bronze Cross in swimming and must enjoy working with children.  ORCKA trip levels are an asset as is Wilderness First Aid training.  We run 3 to 7 day trips in Algonquin Park, the Leslie Frost Centre, and the Queen Elizabeth Wetlands.

Specific roles and responsibilities include: 

-You will safely guide six to ten campers in the above mentioned provincial parks and conservation areas in Ontario; ensuring camper safety is of the upmost concern at all times.

-Trip packing will be handled by trip leader; including all food, equipment, first aid supplies and other necessary trip items.

-Trip route, transportation and other logistical detail review alongside Onondaga Camp’s Head of Tripping to ensure trip logistics are understood.

-Onondaga also runs overnight trips for our 10-year-old campers; trippers assist in the organization and implementation of these trips including food packing, equipment organization, tent set up, and food cooking.

-Occasional support at camp in a variety of positions, including working at in-camp activities and assisting with maintenance tasks. 

The Application Process

To apply, please complete our online application by clicking here or send a resume and cover letter to Miles Villneff, Assistant Director to miles@onondagacamp.com.

Please note that although we thank all applicants, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. 

Onondaga Camp values the diversity of people.  We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodation will be provided, on request, to support candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.  All responses will be handled with strict confidence.

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Camp Tamakwa is a co-ed residential summer children\\\'s camp located on Tea Lake in Algonquin Park, Canada. We are currently planning our variety of canoe trips and looking for guides that could safely lead our campers and staff along the many wilderness routes in this beautiful landscape.

Traditionally, every guide would be leading three to five canoe trips each month. The classic cabin group trips range from two to five days in length but there are also longer trips offered that have the group paddling and camping from 8-15 days.

The Guide, along with the Cabin Counsellor, will be responsible for leading the campers each day while, at a leisurely pace, teaching them paddling, portaging, and camping skills throughout the duration of the trip. We believe that \\\\\\\'leading by example\\\\\\\' is a very successful form of instruction in this nature-based classroom.

We require that the Canoe Trip Leader/Guide has previous experience and/or an academic education in leading canoe trips of this kind with children. Financial bonuses are offered to candidates with additional First Aid, Lifesaving, and Canoe Guide Certifications.

The summer dates for a guiding position are from June 17th to August 17th.

Additional employment may be possible starting earlier in June and lasting throughout September.

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A Canoe Trip Leader-In-Training is exactly what the title implies. Camp Tamakwa offers this opportunity to younger candidates (ages 17 and 18) with canoe tripping knowledge but who have not yet gained the wilderness skills, understanding, experience, and certifications required to lead a group canoe trip on their own.

The Canoe Trip Leader-In-Training would apprentice under an experienced senior Guide and be considered the ‘\\\'co-leader” on camper cabin trips ranging in length from two to five days. The Canoe Trip Leader-In-Training may also have this same opportunity on the longer 8-15 day canoe trips.

We require that the Canoe Trip Leader-In-Training candidate have the desire to learn these wilderness skills from an experienced teacher - and then return this newly learned knowledge in practical ways to provide a safe and educational experience for the campers and staff.

Financial bonuses are offered to candidates with additional First Aid, Lifesaving and other Outdoor Certifications.

The summer dates for the Canoe Trip Leader-In-Training position are from June 17 - August 17.

Check out www.tamakwa.com for more information! 

Also, great to check out Tamakwa on our social media accounts to see what #TamakwaSpirit is all about! 

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Camp Oochigeas is a privately funded organization that provides children with and affected by childhood cancer opporunities for growth through challenging, enriching, and magical experiences. 

Camp Ooch currently seeks a canoeing instructor to join the paid summer staff team for 2019. Full details of the position can be found at https://www.ooch.org/camp/document.doc?id=1686. 

Completed applications can be sent to hr@ooch.org. 

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Moorelands Camp…. because every kid deserves a childhood.

Tucked away on 45 acres of sandy beaches and dense forests, accessible only by boat is Moorelands Camp. Each summer we serve 600 economically disadvantaged children and youth from Toronto.  It is our desire to see each child enjoy nature, gain social skills and experience personal growth; we do that through our intentional programs.

Working at Moorelands is demanding, challenging and rewarding! Our staff are positive, enthusiastic team players who  put the needs of others before their own. They are ready for the challenge of being a strong influence, a consistent role model, and mentor to the youth that come to Moorelands. Staff are 18 years of age or older.

Camp sessions are week long; staff enjoys 1 +½ days off in-between sessions, transportation to Toronto is provided for days off.

Program Staff (NLS Preferred) – Lead daily programming and participate in other program areas

Canoe trip leaders (Bronze Cross) Lead day canoe trips for youth in the Leadership programs. 

Wilderness and Environmental Programming – (Bronze Cross preferred) Lead outdoor living skills programs such as wilderness survival skills, cook out/camp out nights and nature science.

APPLY ONLINE - For application, job descriptions, camp dates & location please visit our web site: http://www.moorelands.ca/camp-jobs/

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CANOE TRIPPERS -Algonquin Park

EXCITING SUMMER OPPORTUNITY!

 Overnight camp located in the heart of Algonquin Park seeks male and female candidates for the position of Canoe Tripper! This is an incredible opportunity for young leaders who love canoe tripping and working with kids! Candidates must be 18 years of age to qualify and have experience in canoe tripping, current swim and First Aid qualifications. Canoe trips range from 2-8 days and most routes are planned to travel the beautiful lakes and rivers of Algonquin! We invite you to consider joining a dynamic staff team for 2019!

Positions open for full summer July and August and July only

Visit us in line at: www.tanamakoon.com. You can fill out an application and fax it to us. You are also welcome to call or email us for more information:       

905-338-9464        patti@tanamakoon.com

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The Initiative program coordinator is responsible for maintaining the leadership integrity and safety of the Initiate programs (Explorer, Navigator, and Outtripper), programs for campers entering grade 7- 12. This position is responsible for assisting in program development, staff training and counsellor coaching relevant to the initiative programs. The Coordinator is also responsible for planning, implementing and managing all aspects of each out trip. This position requires outdoor living skills, experience and expertise in out tripping and trip safety management.

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The Watercraft specialist is responsible for facilitating and supervising the watercraft programming at YLCC.  This position works directly with the Waterfront director and is responsible for facilitating all watercraft activities; canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding, ensuring the highest standard of safety are consistently being met. The duties of the Watercraft specialist include; maintaining a clean and organized waterfront area, proving boating instruction and activities, life guarding and performing other assigned tasks to assist the YLCC staff in maintaining the facility.

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Position: Outdoor Adventure Program Specialist

Location: 2400 Limberlost Road, Huntsville, Ontario, P1H 2J6

Employment: June 21^st – Sept 1^st, 2019, 10 weeks (with opportunity to start early and extension of contract)

Overview of Olympia

Olympia Sports Camp is a world-class, up-beat, dynamic and safe environment, where campers learn to participate and share in a community that focuses on positive energy and peer encouragement. Started in 1974 as a 1-week basketball camp, Olympia now offers over 90 different sports and activities for both boys and girls aged 9- 18. At Olympia our passion is to empower each and every camper to ‘Be the Hero of Their Own Story.’ The lifeblood of Olympia is its staff. From senior staff to counsellors, everyone working at Olympia is there to ensure the kids have a fantastic summer!

Responsibilities

In the role of Off-Site Program Specialist for the upcoming summer you will:

-Plan and facilitate 6 hours of program per day that is relevant to the session the campers registered for

-Ensure all campers have an encouraging, safe and fun environment while at camp and off-site

-Showcase the key competencies/ skills of an Olympia Staff Member at all times – compassion, leadership, mentorship, work ethic, conflict resolution and creativity

-Motivate and inspire the counsellors and campers to participate in all aspects of camp

-Programs you will facilitate include: Paintball, Outdoor Skills and Adventure (camp craft and an overnight hiking trip), Intro to Canoe Tripping (3 day canoe trip in Algonquin Park), Canoeing and Kayaking, Adventure Climbing (Challenge Course Climbing), and Quest for Adventure (General Outdoor Education Programming). Each of these sessions has days/times that will take place off site

Qualifications:

-Standard First Aid and CPR-C

-Experience leading canoe/hike trips

-A passion to work with campers aged 9 to 18

Qualifications considered an asset:

-NLS; Bronze Cross

-WFA; WAFA; WFR

-Pleasure Craft Operator Card

-ORCKA

-ACCT Level 1 / 2 (or experience working on a challenge course)

A Typical Day at Olympia

A typical day runs from 7:30am – 10:00pm – you will work the whole day with breaks.  As a Specialist Coach you will be responsible for planning and facilitating 6 hours of program per day for your assigned campers. You will also work with counsellors assigned to assist your program.  You will share lodging with another staff member.  Meals times are 7:45am, 12:30pm and 5:30pm and there is hot snack twice a week in the evening.

Our commitment to you:

-We fully support all Health and Dietary Concerns – we have 3 nurses, a doctor and 4 athletic therapists available to you throughout the summer as well as a supportive kitchen staff

-Downtime from 10:30-1am every night, aside from occasional supervisory duty, to catch up with staff, relax or participate in programs. Gym, fitness center & counsellor lounge available.

-You will get a day off each week. Every Saturday, there will be a bus into town as well as incredibly fun staff programs. One night a week, the bus will also run you to town.

To apply send cover letter and resume to becca@olympiasportscamp.com

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YMCA of Greater Toronto aspires to be a great workplace through an environment that embraces diversity and social inclusion, valuing differences and supporting full participation by all employees. The YMCA provides almost 6,000 employees with meanginful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. 

YMCA Camp Pine Crest is located in Muskoka, Ontario. It is a year round operating facility with a large traditional summer camp, growing winter and busy spring and fall outdoor centre seasons. 

Pine Crest has a robust leadership program for participants aged 14. Our leadership programs rely heavily on experiential learning, leadership theory, group development and out-tripping to teach personal and group skills. Pine Crest\'s leadership programs focus on building awareness, setting goals and building skills before putting them to action. 

Junior Leadership trainers are responsible for facilitating and deliverinf the curriculum of our leadership programs. They will plan and facilitate activities, learning sessions and debriefs that help participants develop leadership skills and awareness. Trainers will also help each participant understand how they affect the well-being of the group as a whole. An integral part of the Junior leadership program is planning and executing a 9 day canoe trip in Algonquin park. 

Required Qualifications: NLS, Standard First Aid and CPR C, Wilderness Advanced First Aid, ORCKA Moving Water 2, ORCKA Canoe Tripping 3, ORCKA Basic Instructor 

Contract Dates: June 17th - August 31st

Pay: $200-$600 based on experience

Submit Cover Letter and Resume to pinecrest.hiring@ymcagta.org

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YMCA of Greater Toronto aspires to be a great workplace through an environment that embraces diversity and social inclusion, valuing differences and supporting full participation by all employees. The YMCA provides almost 6,000 employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

YMCA Camp Pine Crest is located in Muskoka, Ontario. It is a year-round operating facility with a large traditional summer camp program, growing winter programs and busy Spring and Fall Outdoor Centre seasons.

Pine Crest has a robust leadership program for 16 year old participants. Our leadership programs rely heavily on experiential learning, leadership theory, group development and out-tripping to teach personal and group skills. Pine Crest\'s leadership programs focus on building awareness, setting goals and building skills before putting them into action. 

Senior Leadership trainers are responsible for facilitating and delivering a high school credit, along with Pine Crest\'s leadership curriculum. Trainers will plan and deliver leadership acitivities and debriefs that help develop skill and awareness. Trainers will also help each member of the group understand how thier actions affect the well-being of the whole group. Trainers will also help participants develop the ability to plan, and execute a 5-day canoe trip in local parks. 

Required qualifications: NLS, Standard First Aid and CPR C

Contract Dates: June 17, 2019- August 31, 2019

Pay: $300-$600 based on experience

Submit cover letter and resume to pinecresthiring@ymcagta.org

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Head of Canoeing (onsite)

Cedar Ridge Camp provides a classic camp experience for children from Ontario and around the world. We offer a safe, friendly atmosphere for children to develop physical and emotional skills while learning to live together comfortably in an outdoor environment. While developing an appreciation for the natural setting, Cedar Ridge campers develop self-confidence and independence, creating friendships that last a lifetime. Canoeing is integral to our Canadian identity and an important part of the program at Cedar Ridge.  Cedar Ridge Camp is currently seeking a Head Canoe instructor for the 2019 Summer. The Head Canoe Instructor will be responsible for teaching beginner to advanced canoeing skills to campers ages 6-16. Successful candidate must have paddling experience and have a passion for teaching canoeing to youth.

 Responsibilities Include:

-Daily canoe instruction 

-Creative program design

-Equipment care and maintenance

-Taking on the responsibilities of a Cedar Ridge staff member

Qualifications:

-Standard Frist Aid 

-Bronze Cross (Offered at camp)

-ORCKA or Paddle Canada Instructor qualification (offered at camp)

Please send resumes to grayson@cedarridgecamp.ca or contact the Cedar Ridge Office at 613-332-6675.

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Head Canoe Instructor (onsite)

Cedar Ridge Camp provides a classic camp experience for children from Ontario and around the world. We offer a safe, friendly atmosphere for children to develop physical and emotional skills while learning to live together comfortably in an outdoor environment. While developing an appreciation for the natural setting, Cedar Ridge campers develop self-confidence and independence, creating friendships that last a lifetime. Canoeing is integral to our Canadian identity and an important part of the program at Cedar Ridge.  Cedar Ridge Camp is currently seeking a Head Canoe instructor for the 2019 Summer. The Head Canoe Instructor will be responsible for teaching beginner to advanced canoeing skills to campers ages 6-16. Successful candidate must have paddling experience and have a passion for teaching canoeing to youth.

 Responsibilities Include:

-Daily canoe instruction 

-Creative program design

-Equipment care and maintenance

-Taking on the responsibilities of a Cedar Ridge staff member

Qualifications:

-Standard Frist Aid 

-Bronze Cross (Offered at camp)

-ORCKA or Paddle Canada Instructor qualification (offered at camp)

Please send resumes to grayson@cedarridgecamp.ca or contact the Cedar Ridge Office at 613-332-6675.

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Welcome to White Pine!

A job at a summer camp should be one of the most rewarding experiences you can have: teaching social, creative, physical and living skills to children; helping them grow and change; challenging them to think and appreciate everything around them.

Our staff is a mature, caring group of individuals from around the world who are committed to providing campers with a well-rounded, positive camp experience. We strive to create a respectful camp environment where staff are supervised and supported and where everyone is given the opportunity to express their ideas. Everyone at White Pine is involved in developing what happens at camp each summer. Programming is done on all levels. Campers are involved in planning activities, evening programs, trips, cabin projects and special events.

We believe that staff return for many years because they are treated with respect and given the opportunity to take ownership of their summers by planning programs, making decisions, giving input, and helping to implement positive growth in campers and the camp itself.

If you enjoy working with people and want to gain experience that will be beneficial to your career, Camp White Pine is the ideal place to work.

CANOE TRIP LEADERS: Canoe Trip leaders are responsible for planning, organizing and guiding canoe trips for campers of all ages. All Canoe Trip Leaders should have a minimum of Bronze Cross and Emergency First Aid. Additional Wilderness First Aid training and experience is an asset. 

Trips range in length from 1 - 4 nights with additional, longer trips offered as options to campers in second month. From June 21-August 16, spring and fall work also available.

For more information check out: https://campwhitepine.com/ 

For Job specific information visit: https://campwhitepine.com/work-at-camp/ 

To apply online: https://campwhitepine.com/staff-application/ 

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Camp Tamakwa is a co-ed residential summer children\'s camp located on Tea Lake in Algonquin Park, Canada. We are currently planning our variety of canoe trips and looking for guides that could safely lead our campers and staff along the many wilderness routes in this beautiful landscape.

Traditionally, every guide would be leading three to five canoe trips each month. The classic cabin group trips range from two to five days in length but there are also longer trips offered that have the group paddling and camping from 8-15 days.

The Guide, along with the Cabin Counsellor, will be responsible for leading the campers each day while, at a leisurely pace, teaching them paddling, portaging, and camping skills throughout the duration of the trip. We believe that \\\'leading by example\\\' is a very successful form of instruction in this nature-based classroom.

We require that the Canoe Trip Leader/Guide has previous experience and/or an academic education in leading canoe trips of this kind with children. Financial bonuses are offered to candidates with additional First Aid, Lifesaving, and Canoe Guide Certifications.

The summer dates for a guiding position are from June 17th to August 17th.

Additional employment may be possible starting earlier in June and lasting throughout September.